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Dairy dreams and delights: Trending Israeli cheesecakes ahead of Shavuot

Cheesecake isn’t just a dessert, it’s a Shavuot essential. And this year’s offerings are a testament to its versatility.

By NERIA BARR
25/05/2025
  A cheesecake

In the kitchen with Henny: Dishing out Shavuot comfort, dairy-style

This year, Shavuot begins on Sunday night, which means there’s not a lot of prep time after Shabbat. Here are tips so you can plan in advance and start the holiday feeling calm and ready!

25/05/2025

Prices in Israel are soaring - nearby destinations offer an alternative for a Shavuot vacation

Shavuot vacation prices in Israel are soaring, while nearby spots like Greece ($459), Cyprus ($464), and Batumi ($549) offer more attractive and affordable alternatives.

By MEITAL SHARABI/MAARIV
25/05/2025

Want to celebrate Shavuot properly? Here are the deals that will make your holiday affordable

The City Market chain offers promotions on cheeses, pastas, and baked goods until June 3. CEO: "Every family deserves to celebrate a flavorful holiday without compromising on budget."

By MEITAL SHARABI/MAARIV
21/05/2025

Living in the present: Counting the Omer with meaning

Albert Einstein wrote: 'There are only two ways to live your life: One is as though nothing is a miracle; the other is as though everything is a miracle.'

By DAVID GEFFEN
17/05/2025

Who counts in Judaism? Lessons from Lag Ba'omer

If a person misses even one day of counting the Omer, thus “breaking” the set, he is no longer permitted to count new days with a blessing.

Beyond bonfires: Lag Ba’omer’s call for unity and resilience in a divided Israel

Lag Ba’omer teaches respect, resilience, and unity, urging Israel to embrace humility and shared memory amid division.

By JONATHAN LIEBERMAN
16/05/2025

Parashat Emor: ‘Guest mode’

'This world is not mine. It existed before me and will continue after me...I have entered, as a guest, into a perfect system run by God.'

What we forgot in the name of being right

We no longer speak across differences. We reduce people to positions. We defend our truth, but we no longer carry each other. The results aren’t abstract; they are real, visible, and dangerous.

By JACOB SCHIMMEL
15/05/2025

C'mtee decides to limit bonfires at Mt. Meron ahead of annual pilgrimage

Last year, the event was cancelled due to Israel’s conflict with Hezbollah.

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